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Rent a cheap car in New York State & save big!

What do I need to rent a car in New York

– A valid driver license, an ID, a credit card

Will my new york state car hire deal cover insurance:

Yes; read the deal-specific T&Cs

Book an affordable car rental in USA New York & explore NY – one of the most visited states in the country – in total ease! Whether you are arriving at one of the state’s many airports or train stations, with us, you can pick the car almost anywhere within NY & can start your trip as soon as you arrive. New York is home to New York City’s huge skyscrapers, Liberty Tower, various boroughs, Times Square and other popular cities like Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse and more. And all this asks for a thorugh exploration that is only possible in a rental car. Reserve your car today for the best offers and discounts!

Car hire companies wework with in USA New York

VIP Cars works with global brands for USA New York location which means that on our booking engine save time, money and efforts by comparing the deals offered by these brands at one place! We work with the following car hire companies in New York State:

Enterprise

National

Europcar

Alamo

Ace

Dollar

Thrifty

These partners of ours offer a big network of rental locations within NY which gives ample choice to the renters who are looking for a specific pick up location; moreover they have desks at all the major airport & city locations within NY State, which allows them to offer one-way and cross-border options. Besides this, they offer a complementing car variety, inclusions & add-ons – listed in the next section, which further makes hiring a car a great experience for the renter.

VIP Cars New York - Benefits of renting a car from us

Thousands of Islands, Niagara Falls, Lake George, Central Park, Fire Island National Seashore and many more popular destinations are spread across this American state. Adirondack Park is an astonishing gem and the major single park in the continental U.S. The Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor is something each American should see at least once. New York has utmost Halls of Fame than any other state; the biggest is the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown. With endless sightseeing opportunities, this state is best covered with a rental car to drive around. Here a few benefits that our partners offer with the rental deals:

Different deal types available

New York USA Car Rental Tips & Advice

For comfortable driving, skip the rush hours that New York observes every morning & evening from 7-9AM and 4-6PM. Unless signposted, the speed limit in New York is 25mph (40kph)

There are many toll roads in NY as you drive away from the state on road trips; plan the route well in advance to skip these tolls or have a word with the supplier whether they provide the e-tag that most of the tolls in USA use.

Cross-Country & One-way Option Available with Car Rentals in New York

Hundreds and thousands of travelers visit USA, no wonder it is one of the countries where the traveler count is always higher than the residents! It has been seen that the travelers who visit USA New York for long holidays embark on road trips when are done with the State’s many cities and attractions. Many of them opt for one-way rentals too as most of these usually don’t have time for back trips.

The following are the most popular road trips that travelers take with one-way rental option:

Car Rental New York to Orlando

Distance : 1,073.1 mi via I-95 S

Places to see on the way : St Augustine, Savannah, Fayetteville, Richmond, Washington, DC, Philadelphia

Car Rental New York to Los Angeles

Distance : 2,790.6 mi via I-80 W

Places to see on the way : Cleveland, Chicago, Omaha, Great Platte River Road Archway, Denver, Arches National Park, Las Vegas

Car Rental New York to Philadelphia

New York State Car Rental – Frequently Asked Questions

Can Foreigners Drive Rental Cars in New York?

Yes, foreigners can drive their rented vehicles in New York State. It doesn’t matter which country’s driver license (DL) you have, it just needs to be a valid DL. Note that learner’s licenses, photocopies of the license or digital licenses are not entertained by the suppliers.

Do I Need an International Driving Permit to Rent a Car in New York?

In some US states International Driving Permit is essential, but not in New York. In USA NY you will only need the IDP if the Driving License is not in English (or any other Latin language). In such cases, the IDP acts as the official translation and comes handy in case of accidents - when the officers might need it so that they can fill up the accident report form.

How Old Do You Have to Be to Rent a Car in New York State?

You need to be at least 21 years to be eligible to rent a car in New York. Our suppliers allow the drivers aged 18-25 to hire cars in the US state but they charge a young driver surcharge for the service. The surcharge depends on the car category you are renting and can also vary from supplier to supplier & location to location within NY.